Industrial Engineer - Facilities and Real Estate

Generac Power Systems Inc; North Prairie (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Generac Power Systems Inc. is seeking an Industrial Engineer I – Facilities & Real Estate to support planning, design, optimization, and continuous improvement of company facilities.

The role focuses on space planning, seating capacity analysis, layout development for office, engineering, and manufacturing spaces, and coordinating moves and small renovations. The position involves working with contractors and internal stakeholders to ensure facility readiness, accurate documentation, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering or related discipline.
• 1 year of facilities planning, AutoCAD, construction coordination, or project management.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate AutoCAD drawings and facility layouts.
• Analyze seating capacity and optimize workplace utilization.
• Develop office, engineering, and manufacturing layouts.
• Coordinate employee moves, furniture installations, and workspace reconfigurations.
• Manage small facility renovation and capital projects.
• Coordinate contractors, architects, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
• Review architectural drawings and apply basic construction knowledge.
• Support new facility startups and facility readiness activities.
• Maintain occupancy, space planning, and project documentation.
• Assist with project budgets, schedules, and capital planning.
• Drive continuous improvement in workplace efficiency and standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Facility planning

Space utilization

AutoCAD drafting

Project management

Budgeting

Scheduling

Communication

Analytical problem-solving

Multi-project management

Stakeholder coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering or related discipline

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Industrial Engineer I – Facilities & Real Estate supports planning, design, optimization, and continuous improvement of company facilities. The role is responsible for space planning, seating capacity analysis, AutoCAD drawing management, workplace layouts, furniture planning, contractor coordination, facility readiness, and execution of small facility improvement projects.

Major Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate AutoCAD drawings and facility layouts.
• Analyze seating capacity and optimize workplace utilization.
• Develop office, engineering, and manufacturing layouts.
• Coordinate employee moves, furniture installations, and workspace reconfigurations.
• Manage small facility renovation and capital projects.
• Coordinate contractors, architects, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
• Review architectural drawings and apply basic construction knowledge.
• Support new facility startups and facility readiness activities.
• Maintain occupancy, space planning, and project documentation.
• Assist with project budgets, schedules, and capital planning.
• Drive continuous improvement in workplace efficiency and standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, Facilities Management, Construction Management, Architectural Engineering, or related discipline.
• 1 year of experience in facilities planning, AutoCAD, construction coordination, or project management.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Facility planning, space utilization, and workplace design principles.
• AutoCAD drafting and facility layout management.
• Basic commercial construction methods and interpretation of construction drawings.
• Project management fundamentals, including budgeting and scheduling.
• AutoCAD drawing creation and maintenance.
• Space planning, seating analysis, and workplace optimization.
• Project coordination involving contractors, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
• Analytical problem-solving and continuous improvement.
• Effective communication, organization, and customer service.
• Ability to develop efficient office, engineering, and manufacturing layouts.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Ability to interpret architectural and construction documents.
• Ability to coordinate workspace moves, renovations, and facility readiness activities.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders and build effective working relationships.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion, the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend, or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Occasional travel.

“We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.”

We believe power is a promise - a shared commitment to be there for others when it matters most. For more than 65 years, we've turned big ideas into solutions that help protect homes, strengthen businesses and build a more resilient, efficient, sustainable energy future. Ready to Power a Smarter World with us?

As one of the leaders and largest suppliers of power generation equipment and technology, the work we do touches millions of lives. Employees at Generac are encouraged to be innovative and are valued as an integral part of our global team. Our challenging goals develop knowledgeable employees dedicated to helping continue Generac’s success. Generac provides individuals the opportunity to work in a fast-paced agile work environment where their work makes a difference in people’s lives and their own.